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Caldicott Guardians National Annual Conference 2019

Friday 17 May 2019De Vere West One Conference Centre, London

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Healthcare Conferences UK in association with Christopher Fincken 2013-2017 Chair of the UK Caldicott Guardian Council are pleased to announce the 6th National Caldicott Guardians Annual Conference. Following the success of our previous Caldicott Guardian Events, and feedback from our regular Caldicott Training Masterclasses, this conference aims to bring current and aspiring Caldicott Guardians together to understand current issues and the national context, and to debate and discuss key issues and areas they are facing in practice.

“In recent years the need for guardians has become ever more important. Data about people’s experiences of health and social care has huge potential for improving services and discovering more effective treatments and ways to provide care. Those benefits will not be realised without public trust. The Caldicott Guardians are a powerful force for good by making sure that organisations behave in a way that is trustworthy.” Dame Fiona Caldicott National Data Guardian

“The health sector handles some of the most sensitive personal data, and patients have the right to expect that information will be looked after.” Information Commissioners Office 2018

“If you’re a patient, you want to know that – wherever you’re treated in the NHS – medical staff can access all the relevant health data about you. This is especially true for people with complex conditions. At the same time, patients want to know their data is stored safely and that they have choices about how it’s used for purposes beyond their direct care, like research.” Health Minister Lord O’Shaughnessy, NHS England 2018

Chaired by Christopher Fincken, you will have the opportunity to focus on the key areas of developing your skills as an effective Caldicott Guardian, with hot topics, learning from experienced Caldicott Guardians, Caldicott Decision Making and understanding the legal context.

Benefits of attending
This conference will enable you to:

Network with fellow Caldicott Guardians and those working to deliver the Caldicott Role

Learn from Caldicott Guardians about issues they are facing in practice

Understand and reflect on what makes an excellent Caldicott Guardian

Update your knowledge on national developments including The Caldicott Guardian and GDPR

Understand how to manage difficult issues for Caldicott Guardians

Develop your skills in Caldicott Decision Making using case studies in practice

Implement the Caldicott Principles in information sharing across organisations

Understand how the Caldicott Principles apply to innovations such as virtual clinics, consultations and skype

Learn about the New GMC Confidentiality area specific guidance

Reflect on the experiences of the university sector in information sharing to prevent suicide in students

Develop your role information sharing in Adult Safeguarding

Understand the legal issues for Caldicott Guardians and the definition of consent under GDPR

Self assess and reflect on your own practice

Gain CPD accreditation points contributing to professional development and revalidation evidence